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Egg Custard Pie Recipe

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This classic Egg Custard Pie features a smooth and creamy filling baked in a flaky pre-made pie shell, delicately flavored with vanilla and nutmeg. Perfect as a comforting dessert or a sweet treat, this pie combines simple ingredients with an easy baking process to deliver timeless flavor.

Ingredients

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Custard Filling

  • 3 Eggs (beaten)
  • 3/4 cups Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups Milk (scalded and cooled)
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg

Pie Shell & Topping

  • 1 Pie shell (pre-made)
  • 1 Egg white (beaten for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Filling: Preheat your oven to 400° F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the beaten eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Slowly pour in the scalded milk after it has cooled, whisking continuously to blend all ingredients smoothly into the custard base.
  2. Prepare Pie Shell: Use a pastry brush to lightly coat the inside of the pre-made pie shell with the beaten egg white to create a seal that prevents sogginess. Carefully pour the custard filling into the prepared pie shell, then evenly sprinkle nutmeg over the top through a fine-mesh strainer for a light, aromatic finish.
  3. Bake the Pie: Bake the custard pie in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes. The pie is done when the edges are firm to the touch but the center still jiggles slightly, indicating a creamy, soft custard texture inside.
  4. Cool and Refrigerate: Remove the pie from the oven and place it on a cooling rack. Allow it to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate to set the custard fully before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Scalding the milk helps improve the texture and flavor of the custard.
  • Be sure the milk is cooled before mixing with eggs to prevent scrambling.
  • The light egg wash inside the crust helps keep it crisp during baking.
  • Allowing the pie to cool and chill enhances the custard’s consistency.
  • Nutmeg can be adjusted according to preference or substituted with cinnamon for a different flavor profile.

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